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Samford Legacy League’s 15th Annual Christmas Tour Returns on December 11

November 20, 2025

Mark Thursday, December 11 as a “red letter day” on the calendar – the Legacy League’s Christmas Home Tour will be a highlight of the holiday season! Five fabulous homes, two in Vestavia Hills and three in Mountain Brook, will be showcased in the annual event. Now in its 15th year, the tour has raised nearly $500,000, helping change the lives of students who have … [Read more...]

About Town

November 13, 2025

Thurs., Dec. 11, Tues., Dec. 16 and Thurs., Dec.18 Wacky Tacky Christmas Lights Tour  Load up for a two-hour bus tour to light up your holidays. Start in Crestwood (Hanukkah House and Charlie Brown Skating Rink), cruise through Homewood for Star Wars Christmas and more. See the Auburn House and Griswold’s Envy in Mountain Brook. The full tour visits 14 big houses and 20 … [Read more...]

Holiday Events Calendar

November 13, 2025

Fri, Nov. 14 All is Bright Magical Holiday Celebration Ring in the holidays at Lane Parke! Santa will help light the holiday tree, while attendees enjoy drinks, pop-up shops, a DJ and kids’ activities to get everyone in  the holiday spirit! Plus, a little extra magic with some snow and visits with Santa.  When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Lane Parke, Mountain … [Read more...]

About Town 10.30.25

October 31, 2025

Sat., Nov. 1 Walk for Epilepsy— Birmingham  Join with the Epilepsy Foundation for this inspiring community walk to support those affected by epilepsy, and help raise funds to ensure no one faces the condition alone.  Birmingham25 When: 10 a.m. Where: Railroad Park Sat., Nov. 1 Jammy Buffet Concert Enjoy a laid-back night of live music as Jammy Buffet … [Read more...]

Shades Valley Rotary Club Invites Volunteers to Join October 25 Workday on Shades Creek Greenway

October 23, 2025

 Following another successful workday in April where volunteers from theShades Valley Rotary Club, the Mountain Brook High School Interact Club, and Boy ScoutsTroop 21 planted trees, cleared invasive growth, and prepared new beds along the ShadesCreek Greenway, the Club announced its next public workday set for this Saturday, October25, 2025 (8:30 - … [Read more...]

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